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Thunder and Lightning

Thin Lizzy · 1983

40 min · 9 tracks · hard rock · blues rock · traditional heavy metal

A fiery blend of hard rock and blues, charged with passionate vocals and dynamic guitar interplay.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • steady, consistent energy levels
  • dynamic emotional journeys
  • long, immersive listening sessions
  • atmospheric background focus

Where this album fits

Career context
By the time 'Thunder and Lightning' was released in 1983, Thin Lizzy was transitioning through a turbulent period marked by lineup changes. This album was their final studio effort featuring the legendary guitarist Scott Gorham and came after a decade of fluctuating success, following their previous album 'Chinatown' (1980). The band aimed to recapture their earlier energy while exploring heavier sounds.
Stylistic neighbors
Judas Priest· Wishbone Ash· Blue Öyster Cult

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 Thunder and Lightning 4:54
  • 2 This Is the One 4:04
  • 3 The Sun Goes Down 6:20
  • 4 The Holy War 5:12
  • 5 Cold Sweat 3:06
  • 6 Somebody Is Going to Hit Back 4:05
  • 7 Baby Please Don't Go 5:10
  • 8 Bad Habits 4:05
  • 9 Heart Attack 3:39

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